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Lawsuit challenging Cedar Crossing casino gaming license denied
An Iowa District Court judge has denied a lawsuit challenging the wording of a 2021 Linn County gambling referendum and the subsequent issuance of a casino gaming license to Linn County, removing a key potential obstacle to the ongoing construction…
2023 Women of Influence: June Rainbow
If you ask June Rainbow about her accomplishments, she’ll turn the conversation around. She insists…

WATCH: Highlights from 90 Ideas in 90 Minutes
On April 13, the CBJ hosted its annual 90 Ideas in 90 Minutes event. As…

Iowa Insurance Division launches Care4Kids Initiative
The Iowa Insurance Division has launched its Care4Kids initiative. Aimed at educating child care directors…
Johnson County officials spotlight development wins
Representatives from Iowa City, Coralville, North Liberty, Tiffin, Solon, the University of Iowa and Johnson…

Iowa named fifth best state for first-time homebuyers
Iowa has been named the fifth best state for first-time homebuyers with an average down…
Eastern Iowa Airport breaks March passenger record
The Eastern Iowa Airport in Cedar Rapids hosted a record number of passengers in March,…

UI VP for medical affairs, Carver dean finalists to visit campus
The University of Iowa search committee for the new vice president for medical affairs and…

Lawsuit claims University of Iowa Hospitals shared patient information with Facebook
The University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics is facing a potential class action lawsuit over…
Hyatt Regency upgrading rooms, replacing Edgewater Grille
A multi-million dollar makeover of Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center is underway and…

Cornell College receives $500,000 STEM grant
Cornell College, located in Mount Vernon, Iowa, has been awarded a $500,000 grant from the…

Iowa Finance Authority accepting HousingIowa Award nominations
The Iowa Finance Authority is now accepting nominations for the 2023 HousingIowa Awards, which recognize…

2023 Women of Influence: Stacie Osako
Stacie Osako’s title appears familiar, but at Informatics, Inc., “CEO” stands for chief experience officer,…

2023 Women of Influence: Cristiane AbouAssaly
Cristiane AbouAssaly has always recognized the importance of connections. “I’m very relationship-driven,” Ms. AbouAssaly said…

Linn County renewable energy committees seek feedback on ordinance
Linn County officials are seeking public input on the latest statements from county-appointed committees tasked…
College Community Schools to pilot JA BizTown Mobile
Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa, Wells Fargo and MidAmerican Energy have teamed up to provide…
